"A really cool climb. Took the standard route to the summit in socked-in and snowy conditions, which did get a little sketchy in places but doable. Overall rating 8/10, with the views on a clear day, and if you enjoy a little exciting class 2-3 scrambling, this is the mountain for you" — MountainQuest • Jun 21, 2023

"From the boys' WTA report: We are the Mountain Goats, Nathan (15) and Terrence (13) and on Thursday we climbed Mount Pugh. Our original plan was to climb Mount Baker, but the storm Thursday night changed our plans, so we decided on Mount Pugh. There is a lot of information already posted on this climb, so we don't have a ton to add. One thing to note is our GPS logged the total climb as 11.61 miles and 5,143 feet of elevation gain. We really like this climb for the diversity. The first 4 1/2 miles or so are all in the woods. The trail is really well maintained and not too steep. With the warm weather it was nice to be in the woods. The climb up to Stujack Pass is a lot of the elevation gain, but because of the views and the beautiful wildflowers, it doesn't seem like too much "work." It is definitely steep, but there is so much to see, you forget how hard it is. The traverse along the ridge line is super cool. So many great views to the north and south, and it's really neat how the path winds along the narrow ridge. Again, you almost don't notice the elevation gain because you are enjoying the views. From here, you get the first views of your goal - the summit. T..." — BryHong8 • Aug 1, 2019

"Nice trail up to stujack. There’s snow past stujack pass that can be tricky especially after some sunlight, start early and bring an axe. Where there’s not snow the ridgeline walk is awesome and the scrambling is fun! Big views all around!" — Happyjoecappy • Jun 1, 2019

"Snow has arrived at 7,000 feet! Well, a bit of a dusting at least. The last 200 feet of Mount Pugh had a dusting of snow this morning, which very well could have been gone by the afternoon, but the snow, wind, clouds, and chill in the air were certainly a reminder that winter is coming. This was our first time on Mount Pugh, and interestingly enough, every party we talked to today was also experiencing the mountain for the first time. Not sure why we were all on the same wavelength today, but certainly glad we got this one in this year. Of all the day hikes we've done, this one ranks right up there with our favorites. Not sure how busy this hike is in the popular summer months, but the crowds weren't bad today (15 to 20 people). The hike has 3 distinct sections: The hike through the forest past Lake Metam and to the base of Stujack Pass is pleasant in that it's a slow elevation gain along a very well maintained trail through dense forest. The hike up to Stujack pass is a series of switchbacks, again on well maintained trail, which is steep but with good footing. Much easier to manage than many of the other passes around that have so much loose rock and erosion. Once at the pass..." — BryHong8 • Oct 2, 2016

"Perfect blueby day; was time to finally hit this classic. My brand-spankin-new mtneering boots were screaming for some vert, and with 5300 vert ft Mt Pugh delivered. Snow has 100% melted from the trail; pounds of gear never made it outside of my pack. Loved the ridge walk section of the trail: airy and high bang-for-the-buck. Glacier Peak from the summit looks huge and deceptively close. Long, long descent succeeded in breaking in my feet, not my boots. " — scott • Aug 11, 2012

"Crossed over 4 little streams and a mini waterfalls the first mile. When you get to the big boulder field, remember to go to the right! Used my ice axe at 6,000 ft. where the trail disappeared from the steep slope of snow. Sat on false summit for a good 20 minutes before deciding to go for the true summit with the scramble. It was well worth it - 360 degree panoramic views. I couldn't stop staring at Glacier Peak and Baker! Rainier was there with a few clouds. It was clear enough to even see Stuart. " — aimk13 • Jul 29, 2012

"Summitted in August of 1989 or 1990, but couldn't see anything from the summit because of clouds. Tried again in June 1991 in clear weather, but did not summit because of steep snow. " — RonaldJames • Aug 19, 1990